Gongronema Latifolium: A Phytochemical, Nutritional and Pharmacological Review
Journal Title: Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology Advances - Year 2016, Vol 6, Issue 1
Abstract
[i]Gongronema[/i] [i]latifolium[/i] (Amaranth globe) is popularly known for its nutritional and medicinal values. The health benefits of different parts of this plant cannot be over emphasized especially in traditional medicine. The phytochemical evaluation of the plant showed the presence of flavonoids, saponins, alkaloids, steroids, glycosides among others. The nutritional composition includes carbohydrates, protein, amino acids, vitamins, minerals and fats. Pharmacological activities of the plant such as antioxidant, hypoglycemic, hypolipidemic, hepatoprotective and antimicrobial are well documented. This review is to provide detailed information on the phytochemical composition, nutritional values, ethno medicinal uses and pharmacological activities of [i]Gongronema[/i] [i]latifolium[/i].
Authors and Affiliations
M. E. Balogun , E. E. Besong , J. N. Obimma , O. S. Mbamalu , S. F. A. Djobissie
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